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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Batavia, IL

The average posted rate is $17/hr as of February 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years

Special needs caregivers in Batavia, IL

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Tracy D.


West Chicago, IL

$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

5.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have over 19 years of experience in childcare as a Director. I have experience with all ages 6 weeks to 12 years. I love arts and crafts, outdoor play and plan a curriculum with weekly themes. I have experience with toilet training, special needs, allergies and difficult behaviors. Currently obtaining my Bachelor's degree in...
Tracy can also help with: Carpooling
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

5.0
"She watched my three year old and 6 month old for a few years. They call her auntie. They still call her to talk to her and they are in kindergarten and 2nd grade otherwise we would still use her!"

Tracy D.

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Elena S.


Aurora, IL

$18-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Engaging And Gentle Caretaker For Little Ones

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a young, married woman who left my corporate job over a year ago to come back to what I love - childcare! I have a decade of experience babysitting and nannying for a wide range of children and family situations, including infants as young as 1-month-old, children with special needs, and families with up to 5 children. I...
Elena can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
5.0
"Elena is very experienced, responsible, and reliable. She is kind and good-natured, creative and fun, understanding of children’s antics but also able to firmly set boundaries and expectations. She has experience with special needs. My children LOVE her. I highly...

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Yasmina R.


Aurora, IL

$20-23/hr • 10 yrs exp

Yasmina from Aurora Illinois I have two children and I have been working with children my entire life. I work at an elementary school as a teacher assistant with special needs and general education students. I love working with kids, and I am honest and efficient. Furthermore, I am responsible, respectful, patient, and caring. I...
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"I have nothing but good things to say about Yasmina, first off shes really punctual and polite , I just knew my kids will love her ,and they did. She kept on checking with me if my kids had any possible allergies , which I really appreciated, she was cautious and...

Salva A.

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Taylor K.


Geneva, IL

$15-25/hr • 2 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am currently an Early Childhood Special Education teacher who has worked with both typically developing children and children with additional needs including autism, social communication disorder, down syndrome, speech delays, developmental delays and OHI.
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Alexis P.


Saint Charles, IL

$25-30/hr • 5 yrs exp

DSP

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

CPR certification First aid certification Experience with adults who have dementia/ Alzheimer's. Experience with children on special needs Experience with MS Experience with osteoporosis
Alexis can also help with: Live-in home care, personal care
Skills:

CPR

Home Health Aide

Wound Care

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Lori W.


Saint Charles, IL

$20-40/hr • 5 yrs exp

Caring, Educated Woman To Lend A Hand With Your Loved Ones

I am a college-educated mom in my mid-50s. I have a nearly empty nest after raising my two children and am looking to earn some extra income. I have experience caring for children of all ages, senior citizens and people with special needs. Having a special needs brother taught me patience, caring and sensitivity early in my...
Lori can also help with: Transportation, light cleaning, errands, meal prep, respite care
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Malgorzata G.


Naperville, IL

$25-35/hr • 1 yrs exp

Currently I am working part time with MS patient . I am helping her with mobility , assisting with dressing, reminding about medication and keeping her company .
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Paula E.


North Aurora, IL

$15-34/hr • 10 yrs exp

Help At Home

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I love working with people of all ages. I have several years of experience working with infants, young children up to seniors. I also have experience working with special needs children/adults in various activities/organizations that I have been involved with throughout the Fox Valley area over the years. I am a very caring...
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Nicole O.


Aurora, IL

$26-34/hr • 14 yrs exp

Experienced Nurturing Nanny Care | Flexible & Reliable | Promoting Outdoor Activities & Fun Learning

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! I'm Nicole, an experienced nanny with over a decade of childcare expertise, seeking a PT position starting Jan 25, with some flexibility. At 30, I bring valuable knowledge from Northwestern College and experience as a Registered Medical Assistant in pediatrics and family practice. My passion lies in guiding children...
Nicole can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Danielle J.


Sugar Grove, IL

$15-18/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hi There! I'm Danielle! I have 13 years experience working with kids of all ages starting in middle school watching my neighborhood's kids while they ran errands, to working in daycare centers as well as center for children with special needs! I'm very detail oriented and follow instructions closely, being sure to care for your...
Danielle can also help with: Travel, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Hannah O.


Aurora, IL

$20-21/hr • 8 yrs exp

I Love Working With All Children. Special Needs Or Not They All Have A Special Place In My Heart.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My mom has ran a home daycare since I was 8 so I have been around children a ton. I have experience with kids ages 0-15. I have special needs experience and infant experience. I love doing arts and crafts with kids and playing games inside and outside. I am 100% flexible with needs such as transportation, grocery shopping, light...
Hannah can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

Early Education

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Kasie C.


Aurora, IL

$10-15/hr • 1 yrs exp

Hello! My name is Kasie, I am a graduate student looking to work with families for pet or child care. I have experience with classroom instruction (middle school - college level). I also have experience working with children with special needs (~3 years). I have a bachelor's degree in biology and am pursuing my masters in...
Kasie can also help with: Travel, craft assistance
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Pamela W.


Aurora, IL

$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Prior to 2012, I worked the public school districts 93 and 4 as a Reading Intervention Aide where I targeted and supported elementary aged students struggling to read. Since 2012 I have been working at Clare Woods Academy as a Paraprofessional working with a variety of ages and children with Special Needs... I. e. Autism, Downs...
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Lori W.


Saint Charles, IL

$20-40/hr • 2 yrs exp

I am a college-educated mom in my mid-50s. I have a nearly empty nest after raising my two children and am looking to earn some extra income. I have experience caring for children of all ages, senior citizens and people with special needs. Having a special needs brother taught me patience, caring and sensitivity early in my...
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Roisin L.


Saint Charles, IL

$15-20/hr • 4 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver Available

I'm a student taking some time off from school and looking for a caregiver position. I have spent three summers full-time nannying, one summer for 5 children (5 days a week, 8 hours daily) and two summers for one child with special needs (5 days a week, up to 13 hours daily). I can provide references and have flexible hours!
Roisin can also help with: Travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Lita P.


Warrenville, IL

$10-15/hr • 10 yrs exp

Fun-loving Babysitter Available Part-time

I am the oldest of five children. I have been babysitting since I was 11 years old. I am a recreational therapist during the day and although I work with the elderly sometimes, they are not much different than young children. I love playing games, interacting with children, reading stories, and doing hands on crafts and simple...
Lita can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Lita P.


Warrenville, IL

$10-15/hr • 10 yrs exp

I have a special spot in my heart for children with special needs. So many people are nervous about working with these types of children and I don't see them as any different. Everyone needs the same love, care, and attention. I have worked with a little boy with CP, and a little girl with Spina Bifida. I have also worked with...
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Oyster P.


Aurora, IL

$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

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Cyreah S.


Warrenville, IL

$20/hr • 5 yrs exp

I'm passionate about childcare, and I have five years of experience caring for children of all ages. I have a natural ability to connect with children and create a safe, nurturing, and fun environment for them. I am patient, calm, and creative, and I love playing games, reading stories, and exploring the outdoors with kids. I...
Cyreah can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel & more
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Maria P.


Naperville, IL

$15-25/hr • 2 yrs exp

Ever since I was a young girl, I always wanted to take care of people. I got the best opportunity when I decided to be a teacher's aide at a high school. It was the most rewarding job I have ever had. I was able to work with handicapped children from ages 12-17. Not only was I able to teach them, but they taught me things I...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Batavia, IL

Tracy D.

5.0

She always feeds my son plenty of fruit and healthy snacks. She plans adorable art projects for him, and he always asks to go back.

- Megan H.

Elena S.

5.0

Elena is very experienced, responsible, and reliable. She is kind and good-natured, creative and fun, understanding of children’s antics but also able to firmly set boundaries and expectations. She has experience with special needs. My children LOVE her. I highly recommend her.

- Care member

Yasmina R.

5.0

I have nothing but good things to say about Yasmina, first off shes really punctual and polite , I just knew my kids will love her ,and they did. She kept on checking with me if my kids had any possible allergies , which I really appreciated, she was cautious and very responsible. Would...

- Salva A.

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